Build your home on this cleared lot in the overlooked town of Bethel Delaware. The hidden gem of Bethel is situated just before Broad Creek merges with the Nanticoke River as it winds its way towards the Chesapeake Bay. This lot is level, cleared, and ready for you to bring your builder and get started on your dream home. This lot is located just over 8 miles from the new Amazon warehouse in Seaford in a quiet country setting and just 18 miles to Salisbury Maryland. This location is a short drive to many major employers in South Western Sussex County and surrounded by new homes.
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Market trends in 19931, DE
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-list price
97.0%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$325K
$0 MoM
Avg. days on market
42d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
0 MoM
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Sale history for 213 School Rd
Date
Event
Price
BRIGHT MLS #DESU2020558
Dec 2, 2022
Sold
$54,000
Nov 3, 2022
Pending
—
Sep 30, 2022
Price Changed
$59,777
Jul 13, 2022
Price Changed
$65,000
May 31, 2022
Price Changed
$70,000
Apr 23, 2022
Listed
$75,000
Public Records
Jun 30, 2005
Sold
$300,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$757 (+12.5%)
$26,650 + $144,650
$171,300
2025
$672 (−18.3%)
$26,650 + $144,650
$171,300
2024
$823 (+844.3%)
$26,650 + $144,650
$171,300
2023
$87 (+15.5%)
$1,500 + $14,700
$16,200
2022
$75 (+0.9%)
$1,500
2021
$75 (−2.4%)
$1,500
2020
$77 (−0.3%)
$1,500
2019
$77 (−8.5%)
$1,500
2018
$84 (+3.2%)
$1,500
2017
$81 (−5.3%)
$1,500
2016
$86 (+30.3%)
$1,500
2014
$66
$1,500
Tax history for 213 School Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$757 (+12.5%)
$26,650 + $144,650
$171,300
2025
$672 (−18.3%)
$26,650 + $144,650
$171,300
2024
$823 (+844.3%)
$26,650 + $144,650
$171,300
2023
$87 (+15.5%)
$1,500 + $14,700
$16,200
2022
$75 (+0.9%)
$1,500
2021
$75 (−2.4%)
$1,500
2020
$77 (−0.3%)
$1,500
2019
$77 (−8.5%)
$1,500
2018
$84 (+3.2%)
$1,500
2017
$81 (−5.3%)
$1,500
2016
$86 (+30.3%)
$1,500
2014
$66
$1,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
106 ft.
Lot depth
382 ft.
Lot size
0.93 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,472
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sussex County
APN
232-11.00-49.07
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Building Information
Construction Not Completed
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Rural
Lot Size Dimensions: 106.00 x 382.00
Lot Dimensions Source: Assessor
# of Lots: 1
Tidal Water: No
Land Information
Current Use: Residential
Farm Information
Farm Land Preservation: No
Financial
Tax Information
County Tax: $7
School Tax: $68
Tax Assessed Value: $1,500
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Annual Amount: $75
Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2021
Lease Information
Lease Considered: No
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer Septic: No Septic System
Water Source: Well Permit Not Applied For
Municipal Trash: No
Location
School Information
School District Name: LAUREL
School District Source: Listing Agent
Location Information
Outside City Limits
Sussex DE Quadrants: West of Rt 13
Directions: Turn west onto Georgetown Rd from Delaware Rt 13. Continue West as Georgetown Rd turns into Bethel Rd/Woodland Ferry Rd. Make left onto High St. Follow High St then make a left on School Rd. The lot is located on your right at the corner by the tree with the water stand pipe.
Location Type: Rural
Road Frontage Length: 106
Road Surface Type: Black Top
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,472
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.93 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sussex County
APN: 232-11.00-49.07
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Around this home
Schools
North Laurel Elementary School
Public PreK-K • Assigned • 2.5mi
Laurel Intermediate Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
4/10
Laurel Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.2mi
3/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bethel, DE • 19931
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.3 hours in
June and 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.3 hrs
5.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$144,000 – $174,000
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